Development of optics for satellite implementation
Optical technology for star trackers
Design technology for straylight shield and radiation resistance
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Development of optics for satellite implementation
Optics for free space optical communication, star tracker and earth observation
Tamron continues research and development in optics for space application such as satellites, in order to help in solving a society’s problems, by utilizing optical technology which has been cultivated throughout history.
Optics implemented for satellite use are broadly classified into three applications.
1. Free space optical communication (Laser communications)
2. Attitude control (Star tracker)
3. Earth observation
Satellites are equipped with “star trackers” which are optical devices used to control the satellite’s attitude by measuring the positions of stars in space.
Optics used in star trackers require a radiation resistant coating in order to survive the harsh radiation environment of space.
In addition, Tamron’s simulation technology of reflecting light such as disturbance light (the sun) and scattered light helps to design an effective baffle shape for reducing the amount of noise and capturing clearer images of fixed stars.
With radiation-resistant coating technology suitable for the space environment, stray light simulation technology to block stray light, and lens design technology using radiation-resistant glass material, Tamron has been conducting research and development for optics to be realized in space environment.
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which shows Tamron’s detailed optical technology for star trackers.
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